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Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju offered a debate on student protests, particularly regarding NEET, in a bid to end a two-week-long logjam in the Lok Sabha, while the Opposition demanded specific reasons and a discussion on the Ram temple.
Students in Jharkhand, India, have escalated their protests against new exam policies, drawing attention from national political figures. Union Minister Amit Shah is expected to address the crackdown on these student demonstrations.
Indian political leaders, including Rijiju and Rahul Gandhi, engaged in a public debate on social media regarding the women's quota and delimitation bills. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) also announced its support for both bills after a meeting between Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Modi.
Indian minister Kiren Rijiju stated that the opposition does not have the authority to dictate which minister will attend and respond in the House.
The Rajya Sabha was stalled following a face-off between Kharge and Rijiju, with the opposition demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's presence in the House. Rijiju clarified that the chair had made an observation, not a direct order, for the Home Minister to attend.
The Indian Centre has engaged with the Congress party regarding delimitation, with discussions held between Rahul Gandhi and Kiren Rijiju.
The Indian government is renewing its efforts to pass a delimitation bill aimed at increasing Lok Sabha seats and reserving one-third for women starting in 2029. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has rejected the government's request for support on the legislation.
The article features a mention of Kiren Rijiju's guest appearance in the Delhi Confidential column, suggesting a lighthearted or informal political note.
Protests are escalating worldwide, with demonstrations against mass tourism on Mallorca turning violent and Gen Z protesters in India influencing political debate. Meanwhile, Pakistan-administered Kashmir holds elections amidst protests, and Albanian police are accused of brutality during parliamentary gatherings.
Kiren Rijiju's letter to Sudip Bandyopadhyay, referring to him as the leader of the NCPI in the Lok Sabha, signals the Centre's recognition of the NCPI with Trinamool rebels, triggering a political controversy.
Kiren Rijiju, speaking at an Idea Exchange event, stated that while anyone can create a political party, it is crucial not to undermine or ridicule Indian democracy.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the 'Cockroach' party, countered Union Minister Kiren Rijiju's claim about seeking followers from Pakistan, presenting data showing 94% of his audience is Indian.
India's ruling BJP has questioned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips, demanding details and suggesting he inform the Lok Sabha in advance. The Congress party dismissed the queries as a tactic to divert attention.
Indian politicians Kiren Rijiju and Prime Minister Modi have criticized the Congress party following a legislative setback on a women's bill. Rijiju cited the 'wrath of women', while Modi accused the opposition of 'anti-reform, selfish politics'.
A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that southern Indian states, despite controlling population growth, will gain seats in the ongoing delimitation exercise. He addressed concerns that these states were previously misled on the issue.
India's Rajya Sabha experienced an uproar after Minister Kiren Rijiju hinted at a special session, leading the Opposition to accuse the government of violating the election code.
Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.
After a resolution seeking removal of Speaker Om Birla from office was defeated in the Lok Sabha, the BJP hit out at the Opposition, saying the “conspiracy” of the Congress and its allies to lower…
“I've never seen such a leader, who hugs the PM, then goes back to his seat and winks at fellow party MPs,” Rijiju said. Rahul, Modi were not present.
BJP State president Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated that Major Archbishop Raphael Thattil requested 'micro minority' status from Union Minister for Minority Affairs during his visit to the Church’s headquarters.
India's Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be debated and voted on, amidst opposition challenges.
Dismissing the Opposition's demand for a prime minister's statement as 'theatrics,' Kiren Rijiju told Rahul Gandhi to stand his ground in the Lok Sabha after Gandhi demanded a debate in Parliament.
Union minister Kiren Rijiju and LoP Rahul Gandhi continue their public exchange over the women's reservation bill, with Gandhi accusing the government of unnecessarily linking it to delimitation, and Rijiju challenging him to support the bill.
Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress party for its perceived lack of self-awareness, drawing parallels to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's post-Emergency admissions.
KC Venugopal dismissed Kiren Rijiju's claim that Amit Shah attends Parliament daily as the "biggest joke," responding to allegations that the Home Minister was not attending Parliament.
Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju has made a fresh attempt to break the ongoing deadlock in Parliament by reaching out to Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, stating 'We are not enemies'.
Kiren Rijiju has met with Rahul Gandhi again in an effort to break the ongoing deadlock in Parliament, stating 'We are not enemies'.
Kiren Rijiju accused the Opposition, specifically Congress and SP, of being 'anti-Lord Ram' and protesting against the Ram Temple donation row, alleging they had previously opposed the temple's construction.
Sources indicate that Kiren Rijiju met with Congress leaders in the presence of Speaker Om Birla following remarks made by Rahul Gandhi concerning Amit Shah.
The recognition of the NCPI by the Election Commission has led to an opposition walkout, with Sudip Bandyopadhyay defending the decision. Rijiju questioned the opposition's objection to the NCPI seeking recognition.
Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has been recognized as the chief whip of the NCPI, while Kiren Rijiju has extended an invitation to the rebel TMC bloc for an all-party meeting, signaling political shifts.
India's Education Minister is taking steps to address the NEET-UG 2026 leak, while the National Testing Agency (NTA) proposes new security measures, including ensuring question setters are unaware of the specific exam they are preparing papers for.
A key question regarding the definition of a 'minority' in India has emerged amidst an exchange between politicians Owaisi and Rijiju concerning Muslim population numbers.
Kiren Rijiju stated that India's Muslim population is expected to grow and could potentially match Indonesia's after the next Census, as the last decennial exercise was conducted in 2011 and not in 2021.
Kiren Rijiju denied allegations of coercion after seven Rajya Sabha MPs defected from AAP to BJP, asserting that 'good people' have left Arvind Kejriwal. He criticized Kejriwal for allegedly running AAP as a 'private party' and also targeted the INDIA bloc.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized opposition parties, particularly the Congress, for the defeat of the women's reservation bill, accusing them of 'female foeticide' and 'petty politics.' Opposition leaders, in turn, slammed Modi's address, calling it 'partisan' and a 'decoy.'
Union Ministers J.P. Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, Arjun Meghwal, and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with BJP National President Nitin Nabin, attended a meeting of NDA floor leaders in the Indian Parliament.
President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, announcing the shakeup in a social media post amid criticism over her handling of specific cases and failure to prosecute his foes.
The Rajya Sabha witnessed heated exchanges between Mallikarjun Kharge and Kiren Rijiju regarding the Prime Minister's absence from an all-party meeting discussing the Middle East crisis.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for refusing to understand the pulse of the people
Congress leader takes swipe at Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju for quoting Jawaharlal Nehru in the Lok Sabha
Rijiju’s intervention comes amid major protest by the Opposition demanding a debate on the energy security and a discussion after EAM Jaishankar gave a suo moto statement on the West Asia situation
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that the NDA will contest elections in Kerala with the aim of forming a government, asserting that the state needs a 'right government' for prosperity.
Rahul Gandhi has criticized the Centre and demanded that Amit Shah explain the Delhi Police's action against protesters, stating that Shah is either 'culpable or incompetent.' The Centre has agreed to discuss the July 20 crackdown in Parliament, with Amit Shah scheduled to speak.
Rahul Gandhi addressed a student event in Prayagraj, criticizing the government over unemployment and alleging the use of force to silence dissenting voices, while also facing a dig from Union Minister Kiren Rijiju.
Opposition parties in India are persistently demanding a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the FCRA bill, leading to uproar in Parliament. The government, however, maintains that it is not the opposition's prerogative to dictate who speaks in the House.
Kiren Rijiju addressed calls for Amit Shah's presence in the House, stating that Shah 'comes daily, stays till late night.'
The Rajya Sabha chairman has urged Minister Rijiju to echo the opposition's sentiments to Amit Shah amidst a ruckus over the crackdown on student protests, as the monsoon session has been largely disrupted by demands for a statement from Shah.
The Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session continued with the opposition planning to raise issues like the Ram Mandir and student protests, while the government stated there were no plans to extend the session.
The standoff between the Indian government and opposition continues in Parliament, with Rahul Gandhi insisting on a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah. Kiren Rijiju met with Gandhi in an attempt to break the logjam, as the Congress party remains firm on its demands.
India's Congress party, led by Rahul Gandhi, criticized the appointment of Pralhad Joshi as Education Minister, citing past remarks where he allegedly defended rapists. The accusations led to heated exchanges between political figures in Parliament.
Opposition parties staged a walkout from an all-party meeting after the Centre invited rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs. The Opposition criticized the move, while the Centre defended its decision to invite everyone.
Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju has rejected claims of Chinese occupation in Arunachal Pradesh, stating that there is no intrusion.
Indian Union Minister Kiren Rijiju shared a video depicting a heavily littered train coach, urging people to learn from the cleanliness standards observed in Mizoram and the North East.
During Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Netherlands, the Dutch government officially returned 1,000-year-old Chola Dynasty copper plates to India. This repatriation of ancient Indian heritage followed a 14-year diplomatic effort.
Shashi Tharoor has strongly refuted Union Minister Kiren Rijiju's claim that he privately agreed the Congress party is anti-women. Tharoor stated he has multiple witnesses to confirm his denial of the alleged conversation.
Raghav Chadha and six other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Members of Parliament have formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a move accepted by the Rajya Sabha chair. In response, AAP has submitted a disqualification plea against the defecting MPs.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor shared a lighthearted exchange with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, where Rijiju conceded Tharoor couldn't be labelled anti-women.
The Indian Parliament is actively debating the Women's Reservation Bill, which proposes a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies. Prime Minister Modi has strongly advocated for its passage, addressing concerns about delimitation and OBC representation raised by opposition parties.
The Indian Parliament is set to reconvene on April 16 to consider a significant bill that could increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816, with 273 seats reserved for women, aiming to implement a one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Prime Minister Modi stated that India has effectively managed the situation in the Middle East, while criticizing the opposition for allegedly seeking to spread anarchy. This led to a parliamentary spar between Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Kharge and Minister Rijiju over the demand for a discussion on the West Asia crisis.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Om Birla as an 'excellent Speaker' of the Lok Sabha, praising his impartiality and leadership ahead of a no-confidence motion.
During the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on BJP's Kiren Rijiju
Prime Minister Modi defended the Union Budget's focus on productive capital expenditure and outlined India's reform priorities for the next decade. These economic discussions occur alongside political clashes between BJP and Congress and a no-confidence motion against the Lok Sabha Speaker.